April Sky Design

24/06/2025

We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of Robin Masefield, with whom we have worked for a number of years on several book projects. A true gentleman. Our sincere condolences to the family.
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Really sorry to hear the very sad news that Robin Masefield CBE has passed away, Robin was dedicated public servant, committed community champion, prolific author and historian. My thoughts and prayers are with Robin's family and friends at this difficult time.

03/06/2025

Congratulations to Tina Russell on the publication of her new book "The Whispers of Spirit", produced by April Sky Design. ☺️

28/05/2025

We're proud to have been involved with both these brilliant books. We helped with reprint of 'The Vital Nutrition Cookbook', while our sister company Blackstaff Press published 'Vital Nutrition'. Well done Jane!

Did you know I've written two Vital Nutrition books?

📗The Vital Nutrition Cookbook - This little book is packed full of more than 50 delicious healthy recipes, supported with practical nutritional advice.
From lunch ideas and healthy snacks to family dinners, my cookbook will give you inspiration and help transform how you feel about healthy eating.

📗Vital Nutrition - How to eat your way to optimum health, happiness and energy
In this book, I share a way of eating that is both inspiring and achievable. It has tips and advice for:
• reducing your sugar intake
• ageing well
• boosting your immune system
• good sleep
• digestive health
• managing stress

If you would like a copy of either (or both!) you can purchase them via the link https://www.vital-nutrition.co.uk/jane-mcclenaghan-books

09/04/2025

Congratulations Jane! We were delighted to help with the printing of this brilliant little book.

Did you know we offer a range of self-publishing services? These include:
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• Project management
• Typing, editing, proofreading, indexing
• Cover and inside page design
• Image scanning and Photoshopping
• Typesetting and correction
• Legal deposits
• Arranging the printing of the book

Visit the website to find out more: https://www.aprilsky.co.uk

I'm delighted to have received a reprint from Blackstaff Press of my 'Vital Nutrition Cookbook' after a previous sell out.

This little book is packed full of more than 50 delicious healthy recipes, supported with practical nutritional advice.

From lunch ideas and healthy snacks to family dinners, my cookbook will give you inspiration and help transform how you feel about healthy eating.

If you would like a copy you can purchase it via the link https://www.vital-nutrition.co.uk/jane-mcclenaghan-books

10/10/2024

Congratulations to Robert Trotter on the publication of his new book "The Big Grey Castle", the Life and History of The Annesley Family of Castlewellan Castle. Designed by April Sky Design.

30/09/2024

Congratulations to the Lecale & Downe Historical Society for the forthcoming publication of the Lecale Review 2024. Some fascinating articles on local history, somewhat distracting when working on it! Designed by April Sky Design, to fit in with an established house style.

23/09/2024

Congratulations to Wesley Harte on the publication of his latest book on New Zealand Cricketer "Stewie" Dempster. Designed by April Sky Design.

20/05/2024

Spent part of Friday designing a book of poems that will be published next month. Problem is – when you like the material you end up reading it! And then after ten minutes you remember that you're supposed to be designing the book, not pondering its message😄!

07/05/2024

Congratulations to Hugh Daly whose beautiful and fact-filled new book on the History of Belfast's Cliftonville Golf Club will be launched on Thursday. Designed and project managed by April Sky Design.

22/04/2024

Did you know - with modern digital printing there is no lower limit to print runs? Our lowest ever print run was ONE copy, a gift for someone. Right now I'm quoting for 15 copies of a book for one person, and 1000 for another. Don't let a short print run put you off discussing your book with us. Drop us a line!

16/04/2024

Very many congratulations to Stranmillis University College on the launch yesterday of their new book "The Stranmillis Story 1922-2022: A Century of Student Voices", a new history of Stranmillis by former Principal, Prof. Anne Heaslett MBE. April Sky Design was honoured to have been selected to design and print the book.

09/04/2024

Had a lovely client in today talking about a book they are writing, and they want us to design and print it for them. No problem! Not due for another 17 months, but it's always good to talk about these things well in advance. We are always happy to have a one-to-one meeting at our offices in Newtownards. You can come along and see examples of previous work and discuss your individual needs. Give us a ring on 028 9182 0505 or send us a message.